2006 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
